Exploring Prison Misconduct and the Factors Influencing Rule Infraction in Northern Ireland

Abstract Research has linked prison misconduct to reoffending and re-entry experiences, yet no studies have sought examine the factors influencing in Northern Ireland or if these operate differently for separated prisoners (those claiming their offences are politically motivated demanding be held separately rest of population) compared general population. This study addresses this gap by examining characteristics related Ireland. Using a cross-sectional sample 892 imprisoned adult men, findings indicate that increased involvement is associated with multiple needs. Younger age, racial/ethnic identity, accommodation issues, addiction, impairments, property offences, previous incarceration, complaints, not having drug test engagement/suspected engagement serious self-harm while risk misconduct. Reporting nationality other than British, Irish Irish, passing tests visitation lowered Factors were found similar manner both population prisoners, exception complaints. Given link between reoffending, it argued specialist supports required address needs those who frequently engage efforts reduce recidivism enhanced.